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HFA Leadership Team
Neng Lue Yang, President
Leading the organization to fulfill its purpose, the work we do, and those we service, means a great deal to me. Being the keeper of our culture, the commitment to continuous learning is vital, so the team and I can continue to create a greater impact to work towards not only preserving our Hmong heritage, rich culture, native language, but to bridge and unite our generations, through resources, diversity, and education for our growing communities.
Nancy Xiong, Vice President
It is an honor to serve as the Vice President of Hmong Family Association of Lansing. As the Vice President, I plan to utilize my education and professional experiences to benefit all members of our community. Specifically, I pledge to make myself available as a resource to our community plage with legal challenges. Beyond legal issues, I foresee a role connecting generation while guiding members through conflict precipitating from generation bias, using my formal training in conflict resolution. This community has been my home for the last two decades and I am proud to be part this community. I am excited for the future of this organization. “Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.”
Txav Txheej Yim Yang, Treasurer
Degree: Computer Programmer Associate degree Board Position: Treasurer Looking forward to helping the community with the team
Elizabeth “Alay" , Secretary
Elizabeth “Alay” is the Secretary of the HFA and an experienced Office Manager with 10 years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and taxes. Alay brings a strong attention to detail, organization, and dedication to everything she does. Outside of work, Alay enjoys baking, trying new recipes, gardening, exploring new places, and pursuing her passion for photography. She believes that every moment is a story waiting to be told—and loves capturing those moments through her lens. Joined HFA: 2026
Fa Sue Lee, Director of Culture & Religous Rights
Nhia Hue Vue, Director of IT
Hi, I’m Nyaij Hwm Vwj (Tou Vue), a network engineer, adjunct professor, and board member of the Hmong Family Association (HFA). I have been a long-time resident of the Lansing community for over 40 years, where I live with my wife Shoua and three children: Grant, Gavin and Gracelyn. I love being part of the small, close-knit Hmong community that provides abundance of love and support for each other. I have a passion for education, sound engineering, and technology. I work as a network engineer for Lansing School District, where I manage and maintain the network infrastructure and security. I also teach IT courses at Lansing Community College and Davenport University, where I help students develop their IT skills and pursue their careers. Seeing successful students become successful in their IT career is the greatest accomplishment. I also run and operate my DJ and sound production business: Fusion Sound Productions LLC. I also support the Hmong community by serving as a board member of HFA, where I handle IT and sound. I enjoy continuing the community traditions that many of our parents have started and celebrating our culture and heritage.
Kristina Nang, Director of Education
Susan Vang, Health Director
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Jannie Cha, RN, Women's Affairs & Culture
As a nurse, I am inspired by the potential within my profession to help other people. I care deeply about serving others which is why volunteering for Hmong Family Association provides a sense of fulfillment by uniting people from diverse backgrounds to work towards a common goal through camaraderie and teamwork. As the Director of Women’s Affairs and Culture, I hope to empower not only the women in our community but all our community members, by providing community outreach activities related to Hmong culture.
Blia Yang, Assistant Director of Women Affairs & Culture
I am originally from Minnesota and moved to Lansing when I got married in April. I enjoy cooking, making Hmong desserts, traveling, and hiking. Waterfalls and fireworks are a couple things I enjoy. I am excited to be a board member of the Hmong Family Association (HFA). I've always had a passion for our Hmong culture and being part of the board will allow me to spread awareness about the Hmong culture within the community and support fellow Hmong girls and women.
Moua Kong Vue, Clan leader
What inspired you to serve on the HFA Board, and what does the HFA community mean to you? To be a part of the local Hmong Community in my own home town and do my best to help and communicate with different age groups from the elders to younger people. Share a fun fact, hobby, or your favorite Hmong tradition. I just enjoy being Hmong because of the culture, foods, new years, and the fact being hmong we have events and gatherings that includes family and friends that bring us all closer together. 🌱 Your Vision What is one meaningful goal you hope to accomplish in your role over the next 1–2 years? To build a good relationship with people who I communicate with and be able to guide the next generation of the younger crowd so we can continue with building the Hmong community bigger in this city. 🤝 Community Impact What opportunities do you see for strengthening our community, and how can HFA make a lasting impact? A good team to help build each other within the community is always a must. Putting dedication and hard work will build a small community to be bigger, better, and stronger as the year progresses. Also getting the younger generation involved, it will build their mindset to be the next generation to help continue building this community towards a bright future. 🌟 Looking Forward What does unity look like to you, and what message would you like to share with our community? To become one and include others who may want to join in this community, we should open doors to others who may be interested in our community and invite others to join us to make it bigger and a well known community. We all may look and have different opinions but at the end of the day if we bring ideas to the table, we will be a successful community or team. Best Regards, Moua Kong Vue
Meng Yang, Clan leader
I am a family-oriented, caring, and hardworking individual who enjoys outdoor sports and is passionate about serving the Hmong community. The Hmong community of Lansing is an extension of family—a place where culture, traditions, and relationships are strengthened across generations. I am proud of the community's resilience, generosity, and commitment to supporting one another while preserving Hmong heritage. As Clan Leader for the Hmong Family Association of Lansing, My vision is to strengthen family connections, encourage greater community involvement, and help create a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued. In hope of supporting initiatives that preserve Hmong culture, develop youth leadership, and provide meaningful cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities. By fostering collaboration between generations and leading with kindness, respect, and service, he believes the community can overcome challenges and continue to grow stronger together. Because unity is built through mutual respect, open communication, and a shared commitment to helping one another. I encourage everyone to stay involved, take pride in their Hmong heritage, and work together to build a stronger future while honoring the traditions that have shaped the community.
Ann Vue, Engagement & Outreach
Even as an underserved community, our Hmong community of Lansing, MI has significantly grown with incredible achievements and advances in the last decades. My vision is to continue to do better for our communities, to create a broader and deeper impact within our diverse communities, as others have done for us, through the power of unity. The time has come, to not only move the needle but to grow beyond that, to uplift our communities, with opportunities that aspire to greater dreams and to achieve them.
Youa Hang, Realtor, Event Coordinator
As the eldest daughter of a family of 8, and a part of the first generation born in the US, Youa grew up in a traditional Hmong household learning and experiencing the Hmong culture firsthand. Through her grandparents and now her children, she understands the importance of preserving the wonderful and meaningful Hmong heritage. Her volunteer and fundraising work in school and business has prepared her to take on her role of Event Coordinator, as part of the Hmong Family Association. With experience in many industries, including restaurant, media, beauty, retail and real estate, Youa has created and maintained many networking relationships. She strives to educate and pass traditions on to younger generations, bridge cultural gaps with the community, and reduce cultural stigmas. Youa also speaks both dialect, Hmoob Dawb and Hmoob Ntsuab/Hmoob Leeg.